Roberts Minnow Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Roberts Minnow Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Arkansas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 12.3% in AR) |
| Dam Length | 1,056 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 208 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 6 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | AR01240 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RUSSELL ROBERTS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roberts Minnow Pond Dam?
Roberts Minnow Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Roberts Minnow Pond Dam?
Roberts Minnow Pond Dam is owned by RUSSELL ROBERTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roberts Minnow Pond Dam built?
Roberts Minnow Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Roberts Minnow Pond Dam?
Roberts Minnow Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Roberts Minnow Pond Dam?
Roberts Minnow Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.